Job Description
The Northport VA Medical Center, located in Northport, New York, is dedicated to delivering comprehensive healthcare services to our nation's Veterans. We are seeking a full-time Physician specializing in Geriatrics and Extended Care with Hospice/Palliative Care certification. In this role, you will provide thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and expert consultations in Hospice and Palliative care.
Palliative Care Duties-
Duties Include but not limited to the following:
- Admission of patients to the Palliative Care Unit (PCU).
- Providing Hospice and Palliative care evaluation, diagnosis and consultation
- Ordering and interpreting tests, prescribing medication, and provision of services to provide palliation therapy
- Managing the appropriate interdisciplinary coordination of the actions of multiple health professionals including physicians, nurses, social workers, dieticians, and rehabilitation sp...